9112 - Clock cases and cases of a similar type for other goods of this chapter, and parts thereof:

This HTS category, 9112, encompasses a variety of cases designed to house timekeeping devices, as well as similar protective enclosures for other goods classified within Chapter 91, which pertains to clocks and watches. This includes complete cases ready for assembly with clock mechanisms, as well as decorative or functional housings for pocket watches, alarm clocks, carriage clocks, and other timepieces. The scope also extends to cases that, while not for clocks or watches, share similar structural and material characteristics and are intended for other precision instruments or apparatus covered by Chapter 91, such as portable chronometers or specialized timing devices.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings at the HTS Database Root level highlights its specialized nature. Unlike categories that deal with live animals (e.g., 0101-0105) or raw materials, HTS 9112 is focused exclusively on finished or semi-finished housings specifically designed for the protection and presentation of timekeeping instruments and analogous precision goods within Chapter 91. Its focus is on the structural integrity, material composition, and intended purpose of the case itself, rather than the timekeeping mechanism it may contain or the broader classifications of other manufactured goods.

Within HTS 9112, further subdivisions are provided to refine classification. The primary subcategory, 9112.20, addresses the complete cases themselves, allowing for differentiation based on material or specific design features. Additionally, category 9112.90.00.00 is dedicated to parts of these cases. This distinction is crucial for importers and exporters to accurately declare components versus fully assembled units, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and facilitating efficient processing of shipments involving clock and watch cases and their associated parts.